Built in 1907, it was described as a "state of the art" school.
Demo inc
Current Day
Built in 1907, it was described as a "state of the art" school.
In 1987 the tired worn out, four level school house sat abandoned amongst the corn & soy bean fields. Along came two visionary/creative teachers who saw possibilities!
DEMO inc Mission Statement
Our mission of the Svea Schoolhouse is two fold:
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To establish an art center in rural Minnesota whose focus is on the visual arts with an emphasis on providing gallery & studio work space with educational opportunities primarily for area teens while embracing all Greater Minnesota Communities.
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The Svea Schoolhouse will celebrate continued education & diversity by bringing in visitings artists to share their art knowledge & abilities. It will also provide an avenue for its participants; students, adults & teachers alike to share their work with the community. Through the arts, business awareness & skills will be developed & practiced by youth, with supportive guidance from teachers & other professionals.
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To preserve & renovate a National Historic building.
